Scientist (Water Ecology), I - Bureau of Environmental Sciences and Engineering
City of New YorkNew York, New York, United States
Posted May 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC.
Job Description
The Scientist (Water Ecology) position is responsible for conducting field inspections to ensure compliance with various rules and regulations aimed at improving the operating conditions of water systems in New York City. The position involves reviewing water management plans, equipment operation records, and water quality analysis, as well as providing recommendations to improve regulatory compliance and corrective actions to eliminate environmental health hazards.
Requirements
- Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with various rules and regulations
- Review water management plans, equipment operation records, and water quality analysis
- Provide recommendations to improve regulatory compliance and corrective actions to eliminate environmental health hazards
- Assist with customer service to regulated community including building owners, facility maintenance personnel, superintendents, and other responsible parties
- Prepare field inspection reports and follow up compliance inspections as needed
- Assist in providing recommendations to improve regulatory compliance and corrective actions to eliminate environmental health hazards promptly in accordance with NYC and NYS regulations
Benefits
- Premium-free health insurance plan
- Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits
- Public sector defined benefit pension plan
- Tax-deferred savings program
- Worksite Wellness Program